Fatal aircraft accident during humanitarian flight in Angola

2 fatalities • Lobito, Angola • Takeoff (climb)

A cargo flight transporting supplies for the International Committee of the Red Cross crashed shortly after takeoff near Lobito, resulting in two fatalities.

What happened

On the date of the accident, an aircraft was performing a humanitarian mission from Lobito to Luanda, operating on behalf of the International Committee of the Red Cross. The flight was transporting 4.6 tons of green beans. During the initial climb phase, while the aircraft had reached an altitude of approximately 50 feet, it experienced a loss of airspeed and subsequently crashed near the runway.

The impact resulted in the total destruction of the aircraft. The crew, consisting of two pilots, sustained two fatalities in the accident.

Findings

Preliminary details indicate that the aircraft stalled during the climb immediately following departure from the runway.

Probable cause

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the 1994-12-16 Basler BT-67 accident near Lobito, Angola?

A cargo flight transporting supplies for the International Committee of the Red Cross crashed shortly after takeoff near Lobito, resulting in two fatalities.

Were there any fatalities in the 1994-12-16 Basler BT-67 accident?

The accident was fatal, resulting in 2 fatalities.

What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?

The accident on 1994-12-16 involved a Basler BT-67, registration N96BF, operated by SL Aviation Services, at Lobito, Angola.

What was the probable cause of the accident?

The aircraft experienced an aerodynamic stall during the initial climb phase.

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